Bromley Council imposes 18‑month traffic restrictions for Thames Water repairs
Four roads, Avondale Road, Berrys Hill, Bromley Road and Yester Road, face waiting bans, one‑way systems and possible closures from 7 October while essential water works proceed
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Bromley Council has ordered temporary traffic restrictions on four roads in the borough, taking effect on 7 October and remaining in force for up to 18 months. The measures are intended to allow Thames Water to carry out essential repair and maintenance works on underground services. Residents and motorists on Avondale Road in Bromley, Berrys Hill in Cudham, Bromley Road in Beckenham and Yester Road in Chislehurst will encounter bans on waiting, imposed one‑way systems and, where necessary, full road closures.
The council exercised powers granted by the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to issue the order. Daniel Jones, director of environment and public protection at Bromley Council, explained that the order is designed to keep traffic flowing safely while the water works proceed. Access to properties will be maintained from either side of any closure, and emergency routes will stay open at all times.
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Roads and restrictions
Avondale Road will see a waiting ban during daylight hours and a temporary one‑way system that diverts traffic onto adjacent streets. Berrys Hill will be subject to a full closure for two weeks, after which a one‑way arrangement may be introduced. Bromley Road will have intermittent closures at night to allow trench works, with clear signage directing drivers to alternative routes. Yester Road will experience a waiting prohibition and occasional one‑way changes, depending on the progress of the water repairs.
"The Council of the London Borough of Bromley hereby give notice that in order to allow Thames Water to complete repair and maintenance works in the streets listed in the Schedule below, we have made an order imposing the following restrictions on vehicular traffic,"
Daniel Jones, director of environment and public protection, Bromley Council
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What residents can do
Drivers should obey all traffic signs that appear on the affected roads and follow the indicated diversions. Residents who need to access their homes should use the side of the road that remains open, as council engineers will keep property access routes clear where possible. Any emergency vehicle requiring access will be accommodated via the designated emergency routes.
The council will monitor the works and review the order at regular intervals. Residents with concerns or queries can contact Bromley Council’s traffic team through the public notice portal or by calling the council’s dedicated line. Updates on the status of each road will be posted on the portal and in local newspapers.
If the restrictions are lifted before the 18‑month limit, the council will issue a new notice to inform the public. Until then, motorists are advised to plan journeys accordingly and allow extra travel time when using the affected streets.
Questions this report answers
+When do the traffic restrictions start and how long will they last?
The restrictions began on 7 October and are set to remain in place for up to 18 months, meaning they could stay until April 2028 unless the council decides to end them earlier after a review.
+Which roads are affected by the new restrictions?
The order covers Avondale Road in Bromley, Berrys Hill in Cudham, Bromley Road in Beckenham and Yester Road in Chislehurst. Each road will face specific measures such as waiting bans, one‑way traffic or full closures as required.
+What types of restrictions will drivers face on these roads?
Drivers may be prohibited from waiting, required to travel in a temporary one‑way direction, or encounter full closures where works are taking place. All restrictions will be signposted and enforced only where traffic signs indicate.
+How can residents access their properties during the closures?
The council has committed to maintaining access to properties from either side of any closure wherever possible. Emergency routes will stay open, and residents should follow posted signs to use the side of the road that remains accessible.
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